Start Date
Immediate
Expiry Date
10 Sep, 25
Salary
0.0
Posted On
11 Jun, 25
Experience
2 year(s) or above
Remote Job
Yes
Telecommute
Yes
Sponsor Visa
No
Skills
Discretion, Strategic Planning, Service Providers, Continuous Improvement, Email, Photography, Climbing, Security, Diplomacy, Customer Service, Confidentiality, Investment, Vendors, Leadership Skills, Special Events, Catering, Third Party Vendors, Communications
Industry
Events Services
The Assistant Director of Special Events provides support for Flagler College’s flagship institutional events and leads the planning and execution of faculty/staff gatherings and academic speaker series. Signature events led by this role include , but are not limited to: Employee Holiday Party, Employee Fall Morale Event , New Faculty Reception, Employee Beginning of the Year Reception, Staff Olympics, SASS Luncheon s , Kenan Distinguished Professor Speaker Series, Cecil & Gene Usdin Judeo-Christian Lecture Series, Senior Toast, Founders Day and the Annual Caroling Event. This role works closely with the Director and Associate Director of Special Events to deliver high-quality experiences that support campus culture, academic enrichment, and institutional reputation. The Assistant Director ensures events align with college values, enhance engagement, and contribute to the overall success of the Special Events team.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree required
Two years related field experience
Proficiency with computers, including Microsoft Office Suite PREFERRED CHARACTERISTICS Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to work without close supervision and make independent decisions. Detail-oriented with the ability to manage ongoing and competing projects. Ability to maintain confidentiality and to exhibit good judgement in making decisions concurrent with college policy. Customer service mindset and collaborative approach. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Three years related field experience Strong interpersonal, team and leadership skills. High level of professionalism, dependability, and discretion.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Light work: lifting up to 35 pounds, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Climbing, balancing, reaching, standing, walking, lifting, repetitive motions, and ability to communicate appropriately with students/colleagues; ability to access multi-storied buildings and multiple-level staircases. Must qualify for a Florida driver’s license and possess the ability to drive a car. Ability to communicate on the phone and via email to guests and vendors.
Flagler College is a private liberal arts college located in St. Augustine, Florida. Founded in 1968, our mission is to enrich lives by creating a thoughtful, personalized experience in a supportive educational community.